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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Canada Perspective Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

☀️16°C
Clear skyWindsorFeels like 16° · Wind 3 km/h · Humidity 86%
UV 7 HighSunrise 06:42Sunset 20:28
Today☁️30°15°💧5%
Wed⛈️28°19°💧32%
Thu☁️28°17°💧3%
Fri☁️29°16°💧6%
Sat🌦️30°19°💧47%
Sun🌦️25°16°💧24%
Mon☁️25°16°💧8%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Check the live forecast above before heading out, as Windsor’s position along the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair makes it prone to sudden lake-effect shifts and sharp temperature swings through the day.

What is the outlook for the week ahead?

Windsor’s weather this week follows a pattern typical of southwestern Ontario: mild starts near the river, with afternoon highs influenced by cloud cover from the Great Lakes. The live forecast above gives the immediate picture, but for planning, look at the windsor weather 7 day and windsor weather 14 day outlooks to catch any lake-effect snow or rain bands that can develop quickly. Hourly changes are common, so the windsor weather hourly update is your best tool for timing outdoor plans.

How does the local geography affect conditions?

Being sandwiched between the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor often sees cooler mornings and warmer afternoons than inland Essex County. The windsor weather radar is essential here—it tracks the narrow bands of precipitation that move off the lake. For visitors used to imperial measures, note that all official readings are in windsor weather celsius, though you can toggle windsor weather fahrenheit in the live display above.

Feels Like TempCheck the live forecast above for current wind-chill or humidex
Precipitation RiskHighest in late afternoon; lake-effect can appear suddenly
Wind DirectionSouthwest prevailing, shifting northeast with passing fronts
Sunrise/SunsetSeasonal times vary; see the live forecast above for today’s
Where can I find the most reliable Windsor weather radar?

Environment and Climate Change Canada operates the nearest radar station at Exeter, Ontario. The live forecast above pulls from that data, and you can also view it directly on the weather.gc.ca site for real-time loop images.

Is the 30-day forecast for Windsor accurate enough for trip planning?

Extended outlooks like the windsor weather 30 day forecast give general trends—such as warmer or cooler than average—but day-to-day accuracy drops after 7 days. For a trip, rely on the 7-day and hourly updates from the live forecast above.

Does CTV Windsor provide its own weather reports?

Yes, ctv windsor weather offers regional forecasts on television and online. Their reports often include local event impacts and school closures, complementing the national data used in the live forecast above.

For broader Canadian conditions, visit our Canada weather hub. Check neighbouring city forecasts: Toronto Weather and Ottawa Weather.